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Join us for a resource fair on September 12 at Nathalie Salmon House
Join us to learn more about products and services offered by our partners that help you to maintain your independence.
What is the SNAP Gap?
Have you heard of the SNAP Gap? Here's what you can do to reduce senior hunger.
What I learned from Good Life residents
Our summer intern reflects on what she learned at H.O.M.E., and how Good Life Senior Residences helps older adults age in community.
Here's what two volunteers say about their Guest Chef experience
Two Guest Chefs tell us why volunteering with seniors is important to them. Find out more about how you can get involved, too!
Welcome Gail Schechter, H.O.M.E.'s new Executive Director
Gail Schechter will join H.O.M.E. as Executive Director on August 6, 2018. Gail brings over 25 years in leadership in the fair housing field in the Greater Chicago area.
Here's what we learned from community partners in June
In June we hosted two community events with partners who had a lot to share with us. Here's what we learned about financial exploitation and the Stonewall Riots.
Thanks to special donors, Pat Crowley House kitchens have a new look!
Thanks to donors who helped make the kitchen renovation possible!
This is what our Moving Program meant to Manuel
Your donation to the Moving Program can go twice as far this week. Find out why that's so important to seniors like Manuel. Donors like you helped him stay independent and connected to the community.
What Independence Day Means to Us
July is a time to reflect on independence, but at H.O.M.E. we celebrate independence all year long!
Farewell from Bruce Otto
Thank you for being with me on this journey. I hope you will continue to support the mission of H.O.M.E.
Associates Board Member Spotlight: Lindsey Carden
We'd like to introduce you to one of our Young Professionals Board members!
Highlights from Giving USA and why your support is important
As a donor, do you ever wonder where others are giving? Get some insights from the Giving USA report! Plus, learn why your support of H.O.M.E. means so much to us.
Notes from our summer intern
Hear from our summer intern about her experience living in the city and working with seniors at H.O.M.E.
Pro tips for seniors planning a move
Seniors planning a move may feel overwhelmed. Marnie Dawson of Dawson Relocation Services shares her pro tips that may help as you plan your move.
Join the conversation this National Elder Abuse Awareness month
June is National Elder Abuse Awareness Month. Did you know that financial exploitation is a form of elder abuse? Join us on June 27th for a financial exploitation prevention event.

